Does E0140 require prior authorization?

No, E0140 does not require prior authorization (high confidence). Covered without prior authorization.

`E0140`, Walker, with trunk support, adjustable or fixed height, any type

HCPCS/CPT

No Prior Auth Required

Covered without prior authorization (high confidence)

A completed Standard Written Order (SWO) must be communicated to the supplier before a claim is submitted for items covered by this policy.
For DMEPOS base items requiring a Written Order Prior to Delivery (WOPD), the supplier must have received a signed WOPD prior to delivering the item to the beneficiary.
If separately billed associated options, accessories, and/or supplies require a WOPD of the base item, the WOPD must list the base item (and may list associated items) prior to delivery.
Suppliers are required to maintain proof of delivery (POD) documentation in their files and must make POD available to the Medicare contractor upon request.

A standard walker (E0130, E0135, E0141, E0143) is covered when the beneficiary has a mobility limitation that significantly impairs one or more mobility-related activities of daily living (MRADL) in the home, the beneficiary can safely use the walker, and the functional mobility deficit can be sufficiently resolved with use of a walker.
A heavy duty walker (E0148, E0149) is covered when the beneficiary meets the standard walker coverage criteria and weighs more than 300 pounds.
A heavy duty multiple braking system, variable wheel resistance walker (E0147) is covered when the beneficiary meets standard walker criteria and is unable to use a standard walker due to a severe neurologic disorder or another condition causing restricted use of one hand.
A walker with trunk support (E0140) is covered when the beneficiary meets standard walker criteria and the medical record documents the medical necessity for the trunk-support feature.
Leg extensions (E0158) are covered only for beneficiaries who are 6 feet tall or taller.
Canes, quad canes, and crutches are medically necessary if all of the following criteria are met: The member has a mobility limitation that significantly impairs his/her ability to participate in one or more mobility-related activities of daily living (MRADL) in the home (toileting, feeding, dressing, grooming, and bathing); the member is able to safely use the cane or crutch; and the functional mobility deficit can be sufficiently resolved by use of a cane or crutch.

L33791, Walkers

AETNA-CPB-0505, Ambulatory Assist Devices: Walkers, Canes, and Crutches

BCBSIL-DME101.000, Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Reference List

BCBSMT-DME101.000, Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Reference List

BCBSNM-DME101.000, Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Reference List

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